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Sensory Spaces

Sensory Spaces

Posted by Deborah Smitsky, OTR/L, The Watson Institute on Jun 15th 2022

I recently attended a symphony performance by an amazing orchestra. I entered the performance feeling stressed, but soon found myself relaxing to the soothing sounds. It was the “just right” sensor … read more
Multi-Sensory Environment at Pediatric Movement Center

Multi-Sensory Environment at Pediatric Movement Center

Posted by Erin Salahov, COTA/L, Pediatric Movement Center, Hagerstown, Maryland on Jan 10th 2018

The light room. The chill-out room. The sensory room. It has many names, and many purposes. From physical therapy to occupational therapy to speech therapy, we all utilize our MSE (Multi-Sensory En … read more
Welcome to Southpaw MSE

Welcome to Southpaw MSE

Posted by Tom Marshall-Director, MSE Sales and Training on Jan 3rd 2018

Welcome to the inaugural newsletter of Southpaw MSE – Mindful Sensory Exercise. The focus of the newsletter will be for all sensory room practitioners, regardless of whether you use Southpaw MSE eq … read more
Bubble Breakthrough

Bubble Breakthrough

Posted by Sarah Gilbert, MS OTR/L on Aug 22nd 2016

Have you ever had a pediatric client with an ASD diagnosis who presented like this…Spirited and struggling at school, at home and in the community, with challenges that include anxiety, attention, … read more